Use EDGE as default browser such that I won't have to keep giving it permission to change my computer.

Question

Hi, I would like to have Microsoft Edge automatically load with Windows 11 and avoid ever again having to give authorization for Edge. Thanks.

Answer 1

1. Set Microsoft Edge as Default Browser in Settings:
   • Open Microsoft Edge.
   • Click on the three dots in the top-right corner of the browser (Settings menu).
   • Select Settings.
   • In the left-hand menu, click on Default browser.
   • Under the Make Microsoft Edge your default browser section, click the Set as default button.
   Alternatively:
   • Go to Start > Settings > Apps > Default apps.
   • Scroll down to Web browser, and select Microsoft Edge from the list of available browsers.
2. Prevent Permission Prompt:
   • If you continue to see prompts for permission when setting Edge as default, it's likely due to Windows' User Account Control (UAC) settings.
   • To adjust UAC settings, follow these steps:
     1. Press Windows + S, then search for User Account Control.
     2. Click on Change User Account Control settings.
     3. In the window that appears, lower the slider to Never notify (this disables most of the permission prompts).
     4. Click OK to confirm.

Keep in mind that disabling User Account Control (UAC) is generally not recommended due to its security implications.

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Marcin